DaVinci Resolve

Editing, colour, audio and visual effects in one app, free in its full form

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What is DaVinci Resolve?

DaVinci Resolve from Blackmagic Design bundles four tools usually sold separately: a timeline editor, a colour grading suite, the Fairlight audio workstation and the Fusion node-based effects page. The free version is unusually complete, with no watermark and most features enabled; the paid Studio build adds more. Machine learning powers the Neural Engine features: Magic Mask isolates subjects without rotoscoping, object removal cleans up unwanted elements, speech-to-text writes subtitles, and voice isolation separates dialogue from noise. It runs on Windows, macOS and Linux, and is a strong choice wherever colour is central.

Last updated: 2026-09-20. This site only provides an index; for exact features, pricing, and licensing, see the official website.

Key features

  • Editing, colour grading, Fairlight audio and Fusion effects in one app
  • Magic Mask and object removal driven by machine learning on device
  • Speech-to-text subtitle generation with an editable transcript timeline
  • Voice isolation and audio cleanup for dialogue tracks
  • Node-based grading with HDR tooling and colour management
  • Studio adds neural engine features, collaboration and extra delivery formats

Pros & cons

Strengths

  • The free version is production capable and carries no watermark
  • Colour and audio tools are best in class at any price
  • Runs on Windows, macOS and Linux, and pairs well with Blackmagic hardware

Watch out for

  • Heavier system requirements, particularly for the Fusion page
  • Steep learning curve if you arrive from a simpler editor
  • Some neural features and collaboration tools are Studio only

Best for & use cases

colour grading, indie film post, youtube editing and mixed-platform studios

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FAQ

What does the free version actually leave out?

Not much. The main gaps are a group of neural engine effects such as advanced magic mask, some resizing tools, multi-user collaboration and a few delivery formats. For most editors the free version covers the work.

Is it hard to learn?

The colour and Fusion pages have real depth, so expect a learning period. Editors arriving from simpler software usually find the cut page approachable and then grow into the rest of the application.

Should I buy the Studio licence?

If you rely on the neural features, need specific delivery formats, or work in a team with shared projects. Because it is a one-off purchase rather than a subscription, many freelancers buy it once and keep it.